A group of five students from Woodham Community Technology College have made it to the final of the Challenge 10 STEMNET competition, which could see them win tickets to the Olympic Games.
The successful students were rated in the top eight in the national Mathematics, Science and Technology Competition, that received over 500 entries. They have been awarded a place in the finals in London on Friday July 6.
The competition is a partnership between Cisco, the brains behind the Olympic stadium, and STEMNET (Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Network). The challenge was to plan a major sporting event that would excite and inspire, transform the local area and showcase local and national talent.
For the challenge entries, students had to choose a sport and a location, and work out what resources, facilities and equipment would be needed for the event. They also had to provide enough evidence to convince a panel of judges that their event is accessible and sustainable, and that it will leave a lasting legacy for the local area.
It also had to promote the three Olympic values of excellence, friendship and respect and incorporate their science, maths and technology skills.
After having received an impressive 47 out of a possible 50 marks in the local judging heats, the students are now off to the finals early next month to make their presentation to the judges while overlooking the impressive Olympic village.
If the students reach the top three then they will be rewarded with a donation to the school’s STEM club, as well as tickets to the Olympic Games and a plethora of London 2012 merchandise.